Aircraft Age versus hours
Just curious what peoples thoughts are regarding aircraft age versus Total Time on Airframe (TTAF). I am considering two aircraft both with the same TTAF (3000) but one is 15 years younger! Obviously the 15 years younger one is significantly more expensive, but is it worth the extra money? In other words, is a younger aircraft that much more valuable or safer than one 15 years older with the same TTAF?
Of course the avionics are better / more modern, but what about safety and maintenance costs? With the same TTAF, is the younger aircraft going to be cheaper to maintain?
Thanks in advance.
Of course the avionics are better / more modern, but what about safety and maintenance costs? With the same TTAF, is the younger aircraft going to be cheaper to maintain?
Thanks in advance.